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Sandra Sabene

is an award-winning, third-generation professional artist with a career spanning nearly 30 years. Her work has been showcased in New York City and exhibited extensively across the East Coast and throughout Central New York.

For over two decades, Sandra has served as a dedicated teaching artist, specializing in creating safe, empowering environments where teens can build genuine confidence. Her expertise covers a vast range of art mediums, providing students with high-level instruction in both painting and drawing.

Beyond technical skill, Sandra is known for her signature approach: Meditative Painting: The Art of Letting Go. Through the creative process, she teaches students how to extinguish the pressure of perfectionism and quiet the "inner critic." By shifting the focus from the final product to the joy of discovery, Sandra helps every student uncover their true artistic voice and build the resilience needed to shine both in and out of the studio.